Get ready to transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary experience with this mouthwatering Creamy Beef and Onions recipe! Imagine tender ground beef swimming in a luxuriously rich, velvety sauce, with caramelized onions that melt in your mouth - this dish is about to become your new go-to comfort meal that will have everyone at the table begging for seconds.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- Ground beef
- Onions, sliced
- Heavy cream
- Beef broth
- Butter
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: ground beef, sliced onions, heavy cream, beef broth, butter, salt, and pepper. Make sure everything is measured and ready to use for a smooth cooking process.
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Allow the butter to fully melt and start to bubble, ensuring it coats the bottom of the skillet.
- Add the sliced onions to the skillet and sauté them for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. You want the onions to become soft and translucent, enhancing their natural sweetness.
- Once the onions are softened, push them to the side of the skillet and add the ground beef to the center. Break the beef apart with a spatula and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until it’s browned and no longer pink. Season the beef with salt and pepper to taste while cooking.
- After the beef is browned, mix the onions back into the skillet with the beef. Stir well to combine the flavors.
- Pour in 1 cup of beef broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Allow it to cook for about 5 minutes, letting the broth reduce slightly and infuse the beef and onions with flavor.
- Next, reduce the heat to low and add 1 cup of heavy cream to the skillet. Stir the mixture well to combine, creating a rich and creamy sauce. Allow it to simmer for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Once the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency, taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
- Remove the skillet from heat and let it sit for a minute before serving. This dish pairs wonderfully with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to soak up the creamy sauce.
- Serve the creamy beef and onions hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired, and enjoy your delicious American comfort food!
Tips
- Use high-quality ground beef with a bit of fat content (80/20 ratio) for maximum flavor and juiciness.
- Take your time caramelizing the onions - low and slow is the key to developing deep, sweet flavor.
- Make sure to season your beef generously with salt and pepper while cooking to enhance its natural taste.
- For an extra flavor boost, consider adding a splash of Worcestershire sauce or a sprinkle of dried herbs like thyme or parsley.
- Don't rush the cream sauce - allow it to simmer gently to achieve the perfect creamy consistency.
- If the sauce becomes too thick, you can thin it out with a little extra beef broth.
- Let the dish rest for a minute after cooking to allow the flavors to meld together and the sauce to slightly thicken.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 5g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Cholesterol: 110mg
